If you are like many people, the safer-at-home protocols established across the country as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic have caused your interest in home improvement to increase.
Whether it be simple, DIY projects or more extensive renovations that you had been putting off due to a lack of time, the country seems to be in a bit of a home improvement renaissance amid the lack of certainty in other aspects of life.
As you search for new projects, one worthwhile undertaking would be to install new windows in your home. Like renovations in other areas of your house, new windows should provide a number of benefits to the homeowner, such as:
- Enhanced curb appeal through a cleaner, more modern look
- Increased functionality through a more logical and contemporary design
- Improved energy efficiency by allowing sunlight to flow more freely and better seals against air and moisture transfer
While the benefits of new windows are valuable in and of themselves, they can be complemented and compounded with simultaneous exterior and interior remodeling projects, with the following ideas likely to help you enjoy your new windows to the fullest.
Add Exterior Window and Door Trim
One of the most common-sense places to start when looking for complementary renovation projects to pair with your new windows is the inclusion of exterior window and matching door trim.
Not only can high-quality trim enhance your curb appeal by giving your windows and doors a unique splash of color and style, but quality window trim can provide an additional level of protection against the unwanted transfer of air and moisture, which will help control heating and cooling costs while stifling the moldy buildup that grows in the corner of many dated windows.
Install Composite Roofing Shingles
When thinking about the elements of a home that protect it from the elements, the windows, roof, and siding are usually the first that come to mind. As such, many of the weatherproofing benefits of new windows can be rendered superfluous if the roof is leaking and hemorrhaging air.
Many of the classic roofing options, such as cedar shakes and a Spanish tile roof, look good initially but require a high level of attention to maintain over the course of their lives. If your home is covered in one of these products, it may be worthwhile to consider composite shingles to pair with your new windows. This innovative roofing material provides much of the same timeless beauty of wood or concrete while coming with a 50-year guarantee, ensuring that your roof remains beautiful for years to come.
Tear Down Interior Walls
As windows age, the constant exposure to blowing debris and moisture trying to find its way in can take a toll, with old windows sometimes having a grainy, cloudy, or permanently foggy aspect. This can make it difficult for natural light to flow through.
Therefore, many homes feature large, innovative windows that allow for maximum flow of natural light. Not only does this natural light make living spaces feel more pleasant, but it can help control utility costs by limiting the amount of time electric lights need to be run.
To assist in these efforts, try to open up the floor space in your home by tearing down inconvenient walls that may be blocking the flow of light.
Conclusion
If you have seen your interest in home renovation increase over the past months and are looking for your next project, the installation of new windows may be a great undertaking, as new windows can enhance your home’s curb appeal, allow you to enjoy maximum functionality, and help in energy-efficiency efforts.
To get the most out of your new windows, consider complementary projects such as exterior window and door trim, composite roofing shingles, and tearing down cumbersome interior walls.
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